Geno Auriemma shares insights on Caitlin Clark's rise in WNBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:34 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Geno Auriemma discussed Caitlin Clark's emergence as a major player in women's basketball during an appearance on Mad Dog Radio. Auriemma noted that Clark, who has seen a surge in popularity since joining the Indiana Fever in 2024, became the face of the WNBA following Paige Bueckers' injury. Clark has drawn attention for her unique playing style and impressive rookie statistics, including a team-high 20 points in her debut game. Despite Auriemma's opinions, both the Fever and the Dallas Wings remain contenders for the 2026 WNBA playoffs, with fans anticipating a potential matchup between Clark and Bueckers.
- •Caitlin Clark drafted first overall by Indiana Fever in 2024.
- •Ticket prices for Fever games have increased by 140% due to her popularity.
- •Auriemma argues Clark benefited from Bueckers' absence due to injury.
- •Clark averaged 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 8.4 assists in her rookie season.
- •Both Fever and Wings are in playoff contention for the 2026 WNBA season.
- 5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Geno Auriemma Explains Why Caitlin Clark Became a Phenomenon Without Calling Her the Greatest Ever
"The Indiana Fever have felt the ‘Caitlin Clark’ effect firsthand, with ticket prices experiencing a 140% hike for away games, per a May 2025 report by WCNC. She has become the uncontested face of the WNBA since she was drafted first overall in 2024.
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